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1. A chassis adapted for encasing a display device wherein the encased display device has an upper surface including a display area on which an image can be displayed and the display area extends parallel to a first plane, the chassis comprising: a first chassis part comprising a first plate extending along the first plane and facing down to a portion of the upper surface of the display device, the first chassis part further comprising a second plate extending continuously from an edge of the first plate in a second plane substantially perpendicular to the first plane so that the first and second plates meet to define an L-shape having a thickness; and a second chassis part combined with the first chassis part and comprising a third plate extending along the first plane and facing down to a portion of the upper surface of the display device, the second chassis part further comprising a fourth plate extending continuously from an edge of the third plate in the second plane so that the third and fourth plates meet to define an L-shape having a thickness, the second chassis part being combined with the first chassis part such that a side surface of the first plate faces a side surface of the third plate in a first direction substantially parallel to the first and second planes and such that a side surface of the second plate faces a side surface of the fourth plate in the first direction, wherein the first plate further comprises a guide protrusion extending from an edge of the first plate in the first plane, and facing a lower surface of the third plate.
A chassis for a display device has two interlocking parts. The first part has a flat plate that faces the display and an L-shaped extension plate along one edge. The second part also has a flat plate facing the display and an L-shaped extension plate. The two parts connect with the flat plates side-by-side and the extension plates side-by-side, forming the chassis around the display. A guide protrusion extends from an edge of the first plate, facing the underside of the second part's flat plate. This protrusion assists in aligning and interlocking the two chassis parts.
2. The chassis of the claim 1 , wherein the guide protrusion has a smaller width than the first plate with respect to a direction perpendicular to an extending direction of the guide protrusion.
The chassis described in claim 1, for a display device consisting of two interlocking L-shaped chassis parts connected via a guide protrusion, features the guide protrusion having a width smaller than that of the first flat plate of the chassis. The protrusion extends along a direction; its width, measured perpendicular to this extending direction, is smaller than the width of the plate it extends from. This difference in width allows for easier assembly and prevents the protrusion from interfering with other components.
3. The chassis of the claim 1 , wherein an upper surface of the guide protrusion is entirely covered by the third plate.
The chassis described in claim 1, comprised of two interlocking L-shaped chassis parts connected via a guide protrusion, has a guide protrusion whose upper surface is completely covered by the third plate (the flat plate of the second chassis part) when the chassis parts are combined. This complete coverage provides a secure and stable connection between the two chassis parts, preventing accidental disengagement and protecting the protrusion from damage.
4. The chassis of the claim 1 , wherein the first plate further comprises a first connecting portion having one or more combination holes, and the third plate further comprises a second connecting portion having one or more combination protrusions, each of the combination protrusions inserted into a corresponding one of the combination holes in a direction substantially perpendicular to the first plane when the first and second chassis parts are combined.
The chassis from claim 1 includes a first connecting portion with combination holes on the first chassis part's flat plate and a second connecting portion with combination protrusions on the second chassis part's flat plate. When the chassis parts are joined, the protrusions insert into the corresponding holes in a direction perpendicular to the flat plate, creating a secure mechanical connection in addition to the guide protrusion. These holes and protrusions provide additional stability and prevent the chassis parts from separating.
5. The chassis of the claim 4 , wherein the combination holes comprise a first combination hole and a second combination hole having a different shape from that of the first combination hole.
In the chassis described in claim 4, the combination holes on the first chassis part are not all the same shape. There is a first combination hole and a second combination hole, with each having a distinct shape. This differing shape design ensures proper alignment and prevents incorrect assembly of the two chassis parts.
6. The chassis of the claim 4 , wherein the combination holes comprise a first combination hole having an oval shape and a second combination hole having an oval shape, said oval shape of the second combination hole having a major axis extending in a different direction from a major axis of the oval shape of the first combination hole.
Within the chassis from claim 4, the combination holes on the first chassis part are oval-shaped. There is a first oval combination hole and a second oval combination hole. The major axis of the first oval runs in a different direction than the major axis of the second oval. This difference in orientation of the oval shapes aids in precise alignment and secure fastening.
7. The chassis of the claim 6 , wherein the major axis of the second combination hole extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to the major axis of the first combination hole.
In the chassis described in claim 6, the two oval-shaped combination holes have major axes that are perpendicular to each other. This 90-degree difference in orientation between the oval shapes ensures precise alignment of the chassis parts during assembly and provides robust resistance against movement in multiple directions.
8. The chassis of the claim 4 , wherein the second connecting portion extends to be disposed under the first connection portion.
In the chassis described in claim 4, the second connecting portion (the part with the protrusions) extends downwards, positioning itself under the first connection portion (the part with the holes). This overlapping arrangement provides additional structural support and helps to further secure the connection between the two chassis parts.
9. The chassis of the claim 1 , wherein an upper surface of the first plate is substantially continuously connected to an upper surface of the third plate when the first and second chassis parts are combined.
The chassis described in claim 1, when assembled, has a substantially continuous upper surface formed by the top surfaces of the two flat plates of the chassis parts. This continuous surface provides a smooth, aesthetically pleasing appearance and helps to protect the internal components of the display device from dust and other contaminants.
10. A display device comprising: a display panel having an upper surface including a display area on which an image can be displayed, the upper surface being parallel to a first plane; and a chassis encasing the display panel, the chassis comprising: a first chassis part comprising a first plate extending in the first plane and facing down to a portion of the upper surface of the display panel, the first chassis part further comprising a second plate extending from an edge of the first plate in a second plane substantially perpendicular to the first plane so that the first and second plates meet to define an L-shape having a thickness; and a second chassis part comprising a third plate extending on substantially a same plane as the first plate and facing down to a portion of the upper surface of the display panel, the second chassis part further comprising a fourth plate extending continuously from an edge of the third plate in the second plane so that the third and fourth plates meet to define an L-shape having a thickness, the second chassis part being combined with the first chassis part such that a side surface of the first plate faces a side surface of the third plate in a first direction substantially parallel to the first and second planes and such that a side surface of the second plate faces a side surface of the fourth plate in the first direction, wherein the first plate further comprises a guide protrusion extending from an edge of the first plate in the first plane and facing a lower surface of the third plate.
A display device includes a display panel with an image display area and a chassis that encases the display panel. The chassis consists of two interlocking parts. The first part has a flat plate that faces the display and an L-shaped extension plate along one edge. The second part also has a flat plate facing the display and an L-shaped extension plate. The two parts connect with the flat plates side-by-side and the extension plates side-by-side, forming the chassis around the display. A guide protrusion extends from an edge of the first plate, facing the underside of the second part's flat plate. This protrusion assists in aligning and interlocking the two chassis parts.
11. The display device of the claim 10 , wherein the guide protrusion has a smaller width than the first plate with respect to a direction perpendicular to an extending direction of the guide protrusion.
The display device described in claim 10, consisting of a display panel encased in a two-part chassis with a guide protrusion, features the guide protrusion having a width smaller than that of the first flat plate of the chassis. The protrusion extends along a direction; its width, measured perpendicular to this extending direction, is smaller than the width of the plate it extends from. This difference in width allows for easier assembly and prevents the protrusion from interfering with other components of the display.
12. The display device of the claim 10 , wherein an upper surface of the guide protrusion is entirely covered by the third plate.
The display device described in claim 10, consisting of a display panel encased in a two-part chassis connected via a guide protrusion, has a guide protrusion whose upper surface is completely covered by the third plate (the flat plate of the second chassis part) when the chassis parts are combined. This complete coverage provides a secure and stable connection between the two chassis parts, preventing accidental disengagement and protecting the protrusion from damage, thereby protecting the display.
13. The display device of the claim 10 , wherein the first plate further comprises a first connecting portion having one or more combination holes, and the third plate further comprises a second connecting portion having one or more combination protrusions, each of the combination protrusions inserted into a corresponding one of the combination holes in a direction substantially perpendicular to the first plane when the first and second chassis parts are combined.
The display device from claim 10 includes a first connecting portion with combination holes on the first chassis part's flat plate and a second connecting portion with combination protrusions on the second chassis part's flat plate. When the chassis parts are joined, the protrusions insert into the corresponding holes in a direction perpendicular to the flat plate, creating a secure mechanical connection in addition to the guide protrusion. These holes and protrusions provide additional stability and prevent the chassis parts from separating.
14. The display device of the claim 13 , wherein the combination holes comprise a first combination hole and a second combination hole having a different shape from that of the first combination hole.
In the display device described in claim 13, the combination holes on the first chassis part are not all the same shape. There is a first combination hole and a second combination hole, with each having a distinct shape. This differing shape design ensures proper alignment and prevents incorrect assembly of the two chassis parts, ultimately protecting the display device.
15. The display device of the claim 13 , wherein the combination holes comprise a first combination hole having an oval shape and a second combination hole having an oval shape, said oval shape of the second combination hole having a major axis extending in a different direction from a major axis of the oval shape of the first combination hole.
Within the display device from claim 13, the combination holes on the first chassis part are oval-shaped. There is a first oval combination hole and a second oval combination hole. The major axis of the first oval runs in a different direction than the major axis of the second oval. This difference in orientation of the oval shapes aids in precise alignment and secure fastening, which protects the display device.
16. The display device of the claim 15 , wherein the major axis of the second combination hole extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to the major axis of the first combination hole.
In the display device described in claim 15, the two oval-shaped combination holes have major axes that are perpendicular to each other. This 90-degree difference in orientation between the oval shapes ensures precise alignment of the chassis parts during assembly and provides robust resistance against movement in multiple directions, protecting the display.
17. The display device of the claim 13 , wherein the second connecting portion extends to be disposed under the first connection portion.
In the display device described in claim 13, the second connecting portion (the part with the protrusions) extends downwards, positioning itself under the first connection portion (the part with the holes). This overlapping arrangement provides additional structural support and helps to further secure the connection between the two chassis parts, thus protecting the display.
18. The display device of the claim 10 , wherein an upper surface of the first plate is substantially continuously connected to an upper surface of the third plate when the first and second chassis parts are combined.
The display device described in claim 10, when assembled, has a substantially continuous upper surface formed by the top surfaces of the two flat plates of the chassis parts. This continuous surface provides a smooth, aesthetically pleasing appearance and helps to protect the internal components of the display device, including the display panel, from dust and other contaminants.
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October 14, 2014
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